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lemon orzo with ham, peas, carrots and parmesan cheese
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Ham Lemon Orzo Skillet

This Quick and Easy Ham Lemon Orzo with Parmesan and Peas is the perfect weeknight dinner. Bright, creamy, and full of flavor!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: 50 of our Best Easy Pasta Recipes, Over 100 Easter Recipes for Spring
Cuisine: American
Keyword: carrots, ham, lemon, main dish, orzo, pasta, peas, salad, thyme
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Carrian Cheney

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 ½ Cups Dry Orzo Pasta
  • 2 Cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 ½ Cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Leaves
  • 1 Lemon zested
  • ½ Lemon juiced
  • 1 Cup Ham chopped small
  • 1 Cup Steamed Carrots
  • 1 ½ Cups Peas
  • ⅓ Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese plus more for garnish
  • Fresh Cracked Pepper
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and pasta.
    1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 ½ Cups Dry Orzo Pasta
  • Cook, stirring occasionally until toasted, about 30-60 seconds.
  • Add garlic and stir it in followed by broth and thyme.
    2 Cloves Garlic, 3 ½ Cups Chicken Broth, 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Leaves
  • Bring to a boil, cover the skillet with a lid and turn down to a simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the pasta has absorbed the water and is tender.
  • Remove the lid and add the lemon zest, juice, ham, carrots and peas and stir until the peas are bright and cooked.
    1 Lemon, ½ Lemon, 1 Cup Ham, 1 Cup Steamed Carrots, 1 ½ Cups Peas
  • Add the cheese and salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
    ⅓ Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Cracked Pepper, Salt and Pepper

Notes

Store left overs in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 1050mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g